OnePower develops fully automated solar-hybrid minigrid systems to provide reliable electricity services to off-grid communities in Lesotho, addressing the lack of energy access for 600 million people in Africa. Their technology enables mobile pay-as-you-go payments, ensuring affordable electricity for homes, schools, health centers, and local businesses without the limitations of traditional grid systems.
Funding
$49.8M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Many communities in Africa, particularly in Lesotho, lack access to reliable electricity due to the limitations of traditional grid systems and the high costs associated with extending power lines to remote areas. This lack of access hinders the development of homes, schools, health centers, and local businesses.
Solution
OnePower provides fully automated solar-hybrid minigrid systems that deliver reliable electricity services to off-grid communities. These decentralized energy systems utilize solar PV and battery technology, minimizing the carbon footprint while ensuring a consistent 220VAC power supply. The minigrids feature automated plant operation and metering, reducing operational costs and enabling proactive maintenance. Customers can purchase electricity through mobile pay-as-you-go payments, offering a convenient and affordable solution without the need for physical top-up locations.
Target Audience
The primary customers are off-grid communities in Africa, including homes, schools, health centers, and local businesses that require reliable and affordable electricity.
Features
- Fully automated solar-hybrid minigrid systems
- 220VAC connection, providing grid-quality electricity
- Solar PV and battery technology for renewable energy generation and storage
- Automated plant operation and metering for cost-effective service
- Mobile PAYG payments via cell-phone interface for convenient top-ups
- Remote monitoring and diagnostics for proactive maintenance